Category: News
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Town hall meeting on MPox
Infectious Diseases and Tropical Medicine (IDTM) expert Dr. Erlinda V. Lim-Alconga explains in detail the emerging threat caused by the Monkeypox disease or Mpox during a town hall meeting initiated by the Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority–Public Health and Safety Department on Tuesday, September 24 at the Subic Bay Exhibition and Convention Center (SBECC). Rural Health physicians Dr.…
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#LoveSOCCSKSARGEN: TPB and DOT to Host 13th Regional Travel Fair in General Santos City
The Tourism Promotions Board (TPB) Philippines, the marketing and promotions arm of the Department of Tourism (DOT), is set to host the 13th Regional Travel Fair (RTF) in General Santos City from September 27 to 29, 2024. As one of TPB’s flagship programs, the RTF serves as a platform for host regions to highlight their…
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SSS sets record high 2.4M new members in H1 2024
Social Security System (SSS) President and Chief Executive Officer Rolando Ledesma Macasaet today said that SSS is on track for a record-setting year in terms of registering new members after it hit 2.4 million new registrants in July 2024. In a press briefing, Macasaet reported that the number of new SSS members from January to…
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Subic Seaport building in blue to celebrate World Maritime Day
The Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority- Seaport building was illuminated in blue colored light in observance of World Maritime Day on Thursday, September 26, 2024. The event is part of the call from the International Maritime Organization member states to join this yearly initiative by lighting up iconic building, bridges, maritime ports, ships, monuments and other…
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Fleet send-off BRP Apolinario Mabini to Visayas
ZAMBALES – The Philippine Fleet (PF), through the Offshore Combat Force (OCF), deployed the Jacinto-class patrol vessel BRP Apolinario Mabini (PS36) to the operational area of Naval Forces Central in Visayas, in a send-off ceremony held at the Naval Operating Base (NOB) Subic, Zambales on Wednesday, September 25. OCF Commander, Capt. Raul Regis, led the…
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National Security Council, tiniyak na hindi matitigil ang pangingisda sa West Philippine Sea
Zambales — Prayoridad ng administrasyon ni Pangulong Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. na tugunan ang kabuhayan at pangangailangan ng mga mangingisda sa West Philippine Sea, habang patuloy na ipinaglalaban ang karapatan at soberanya ng bansa sa nasabing teritoryo. Iyan ang binigyang diin ni National Security Council Assistant Director General Jonathan Malaya sa Kongreso ng Mangingisda para…
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Kongreso ng Mangingisda para sa Kapayapaan at Kaunlaran ginanap sa Subic
ZAMBALES- Mahigit sa 150 mangingisda mula sa mga bayan ng Subic, Santa Cruz at Masinloc dito ang pinulong ng National Security Council (NSC) upang pag-usapan ang mga kasalukuyang problemang kinakaharap ng mga mangingisda dulot sa mga kaganapan sa West Philippine Sea particular sa Panatag (Scarborough) Shoal o Bajo de Masinloc. Ang naturang Fisherfolk Congress o…
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CIAC, BCDA, DOTr launch PH’s Clark Aviation Capital
CLARK FREEPORT ZONE -The sprawling prime government land surrounding the Clark International Airport will now be called the Clark Aviation Capital of the Philippines, according to the Clark International Airport Corp. (CIAC). CIAC President Arrey Perez formally launched on Monday what he described as the “aviation-centric business capital of the country” during a general assembly in…
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PH Fleet receives 2 more FAIC platforms
The Philippine Fleet (PF) welcomes the delivery of two additional Fast Attack Interdiction Craft (FAIC) platforms at Pier 15 of South Harbor, Manila. RAdm Renato P David, PF Commander said these two FAICs, to be designated with bow numbers PG908 and PG909, will be the seventh and the eight fast boats under the Acero-class patrol…
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Central Luzon biz groups back BCDA charter amendments
Several business groups based in Central Luzon welcomed the Bases Conversion and Development Authority’s (BCDA) proposed amendments to Republic Act 7227, citing the measure’s role in creating more inclusive communities and in spurring economic growth in the region and the country. These organizations, namely the Pampanga Chamber of Commerce and Industry Inc. (PAMCHAM), Clark Investors…
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BCDA, Korean gov’t agency partner for New Clark City dev’t opportunities
The Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Korean government agency National Agency for Administrative City Construction (NAACC) to promote knowledge sharing and explore collaboration opportunities in the fields of urban planning, smart cities development, green energy, and smart administrative systems for the development of the 9,450-hectare New Clark…
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DTI Zambales strengthens consumer protection, welfare
Zambales— The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) strengthened consumer protection and welfare through the establishment of Consumer Welfare Desks (CWDs) in Zambales. A total of 35 CWDs were established in the province from 2022 to present, 28 of which are in different business establishments while seven are in public markets. DTI Provincial Director Enrique…
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BCDA taps Danish firm for decarbonization program in New Clark City
The Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) has formalized its partnership with Danfoss Philippines Inc. for the formulation of a decarbonization framework in New Clark City, pushing forward the adoption of energy-efficient and carbon-neutral solutions in the development of the rising metropolis. BCDA President and Chief Executive Officer Joshua M. Bingcang and Danfoss Philippines General…
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Pangandaman, inapubrahan ang Authority to Purchase Motor Vehicles upang makatulong sa pagpapalakas ng kakayahan ng PNP
Inapubrahan ni Department of Budget and Management (DBM) Secretary Amenah “Mina” F. Pangandaman ang request para sa pag-isyu ng Authority to Purchase Motor Vehicles (APMV) na nagkakahalaga ng kabuuang P396.374 milyon upang makatulong sa pagpapalakas ng kakayahan ng kapulisan sa bansa. Gagamitin ang APMV sa pagbili ng 402 units ng sasakyan ng Department of Interior…
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Tarlac provincial council signs resolution supporting Senate Bill 2647
Tarlac Vice Governor Carlito S. David recently announced that the Provincial Government of Tarlac fully supports Senate Bill No. 2647, which aims to extend the term and expand the capabilities of the Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA), as it will generate quality jobs and boost economic growth and inclusive development. David said the Sangguniang…
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